Assistant Principal Students Newman Catholic College, Smithfield
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Commencement Date: Monday 19 January 2026
Employment Type:Fixed Term Leadership Position (5 years)
This role holds a permanent teaching position within the Cairns Diocese.
Salary Range:AP1$to AP3 $157119 FTE gross per annum
Closing Date 12.00pm Friday 24 October 2025
Newman Catholic College Smithfield
Newman Catholic College co-located on James Cook University site Smithfield is Cairns Catholic Educations newest college joining a system of 29 other catholic schools and colleges. Opened in 2022 with approximately 140 Year 7 students and growing a year level each year until Year 12 is reached in 2027 its location on and interaction with the University presents endless opportunities to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. Newman Catholic College works collaboratively with James Cook University so that learning and teaching is enhanced at all year levels.
About the Role
For further information about the role and responsibilities please refer to the Position DescriptionAssistant Principal -
Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements
- Participation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the Church.
- Understanding and commitment to education in the Catholic tradition.
- Professional qualifications in Education and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland.
- Leadership experience:
- Demonstrated ability in religious and education leadership.
- Demonstrated administrative ability.
- Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships.
- Demonstrated ability in curriculum development including knowledge of contemporary educational issues at state and national levels with particular reference to Religious Education.
- Demonstrated commitment to the Pastoral Care of members of the school community.
- Skills for building community including facilitation delegation and consultation.
- Minimum of 5 years classroom experience.
- Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers.
- Current drivers licence.
- A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives vision and ethos of Catholic Education.
What we offer
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Fitness passport memberships available
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- 12.75% employer Superannuation contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- 14 Weeks paid parental leave
- Professional development and further career opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications Requirements
- Complete the Application Form
- Upload your Resume and Cover Letter
- Upload a written statement (up to 1000 words) showcasing your impact of knowledge skills and leadership capabilities on school improvement
To Apply
Select Apply Now to submit your application.
For current employees apply via the Employee Login tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Enquires:
Principal
Lauretta Graham
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Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Teacher Coaching
- Algebra
- Classroom Experience
- Data Collection
- Education Administration
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Cordova
- Leadership Experience
